Category
Avatara Sthala — traditional site of Narasimha's manifestation from the pillar and the slaying of Hiranyakashipu. 1. Sri Jwala Narasimha, 2. Sri Ahobila Narasimha, 3. Sri Malola Narasimha, 4. Sri Kroda (Varaha) Narasimha, 5. Sri Karanja Narasimha, 6. Sri Bhargava Narasimha, 7. Sri Yogananda Narasimha, 8. Sri Kshatravata (Chatravata) Narasimha, and 9. Sri Pavana Narasimha.
Sthala Purana
Ahobilam is traditionally revered as the earthly place where Lord Vishnu manifested as Narasimha to protect Prahlada and destroy Hiranyakashipu. The Ugra Stambham above Upper Ahobilam is identified in Kshetra tradition with the pillar from which the Lord emerged. The surrounding Nallamala hills preserve the Nava Narasimha shrines, each worshipping a distinct aspect of the Lord.
Because the central tradition concerns the Narasimha Avatara itself—not merely a later appearance to a devotee—Ahobilam is placed in Part I. It also overlaps with Part III because the Ahobila Narasimha of the principal cave shrine is traditionally regarded as Svayam-vyakta/Swayambhu.
Temple Timings
Lower Ahobilam: 6:00 AM–1:00 PM and 3:00 PM–8:00 PM. Upper Ahobilam: 7:00 AM–1:00 PM and 2:00 PM–7:00 PM.
Individual Nava Narasimha shrines may have different practical access hours.
Contact Details
Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Devasthanam, Lower Ahobilam, Andhra Pradesh – 518543. Officially published contact: +91 94401 20878.
| Category | Sri Narasimha Kshetras |
| address | |
| state | Andhra Pradesh |
| district | Nandyal |
| city | Ahobilam |
| area | Ahobilam |
| pincode | 518543 |
